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Retirement Living
Many people choose the Phoenix, Arizona area when looking for a place to retire. The weather, services, activities and wonderful senior communities are just a few reasons they pick Phoenix. Here are some active adult as well as assisted living communities in the area.
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Golf Course Homes
Tips for selecting a golf course home in Scottsdale or Phoenix. There are more than 40 golf course communities in the Phoenix and Scottsdale areas.
Apollo Village
"Apollo Village residents enjoy small town surroundings while being within a few miles of the Peoria/Glendale metropolitan area."
Arizona RV Guide
This organziation can help you find an RV park in Arizona.
Bethesda Gardens
A residential assisted living facility for seniors in Phoenix who may need some assistance with daily living needs while maintaining their independence.
Brighton Gardens at Sun City
Assisted Living in Sun City. Short term stays available.
Brighton Gardens of Scottsdale
Offers nursing care and support services including 24-hour skilled nursing care, post hospital and post surgical care, restorative care, and family counseling. A Short Stay program is available.
Casa del Sol East
In Peoria. Gated Community with 18-Hole Pitch & Putt Putting Green and heated swimming pool.
Casa del Sol West
In Sun City. Heated swimming pool and spa, clubhouse, library, 9-hole pitch and putt practice green and horseshoe and shuffleboard courts.
Central Park
North Central Phoenix. "Central Park offers a quiet, relaxing atmosphere with a location convenient to downtown Phoenix and Glendale."
Desert Skies
North Central Phoenix. A senior community with amenities that include a putting green, pool and clubhouse.
Hacienda del Valencia
Located in Mesa. "At the foothills of the Superstition Mountains, Hacienda de Valencia offers 56 acres of sunny Arizona lifestyle."
Highlands at Brentwood
A gated community in Mesa with a nine-hole, par 3 golf course.
Leisure World
A gated community in Mesa for those 55 and older. One regular and one executive golf course. 650 sq. ft. to 3,000 sq. ft.
Marigold Creek
Marigold Creek is a 190-unit gated community located in Surprise, AZ. It is gay-owned and operated. It is an upscale, resort-style retirement community designed for gays, lesbians and their friends and family.
Meadows
Located in Tempe. "Conveniently located near shopping, medical facilities, casinos, Arizona State University and beautiful South Mountain."
Mesa Palms
Independent living apartments for active adults. Next to Mesa Country Club.
Palm Shadows
In Glendale. "Nestled between the White Tank Mountains and Superstition Mountain, Palm Shadows offers residents breathtaking views in a 'home town' setting."
Pebble Creek
An award winning Robson Community in the west part of the valley.
SeniorHousing.Net
Find information about available housing, both independent and assisted living. Take virtual tours and see floor plans of many of the locations listed here.
Senior Living Communities
Senior Resource Group, LLC is a developer and operator of senior living communities offering independent living, assisted living and Alzheimer's/dementia care. Seven communities in Arizona.
Sun City Grand
A Del Webb Community outside of the tradition Sun City development. For active adults.
Sun City West
A Del Webb Community with over 30,000 active adult retirees. Northwest of Phoenix. Access to four regulation and three executive golf courses.
Sun City
A Del Webb master planned community of about 45,000 people for ages 55 and up.
Sun Lakes
South of Chandler Robson communities built this master planned active adult community for ages 50 and up. Over 15,000 call Sun Lakes home.
Sunland Springs Village
Farnsworth Homes Located in Mesa. Single family homes from 1,169 sq. ft. to 2,241 sq.ft. Golf course, arts and crafts, recreation.
Sunrise Heights
North Central Phoenix. "Mountain views, palm trees and desert landscaping accent life at Sunrise Heights, located just eight miles from Phoenix."
Terraces at Squaw Peak
A full-service continuing care retirement community. Located in Phoenix, they offer a selection of residence styles, amenities, dining experiences, and social and recreational opportunities.
Westminster Village
In Scottsdale. A not-for-profit, life care retirement community. Luxurious one and two bedroom apartment homes with all the amenities.
Whispering Palms
A quiet community in North Central Phoenix.