Nestled just beneath the Verde River in Yavapai County, Cottonwood offers proximity to the Grand Canyon and Tuzigoot National Monument. The city has 6 assisted living communities that serve older adults, and nearby towns feature an additional 20 options. As of 2024, Cottonwood seniors pay around $6,450 per month for assisted living services, with local rates exceeding the nationwide median by $1,100.
In this guide, we include 274 reviews consumer reviews of local assisted living facilities, helping you assess the quality of care in Cottonwood and compare long-term care options. Overall, these facilities earn a quality rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars stars.
201 E. Mingus Ave., Cottonwood, AZ 86326
3.9
(37 reviews)
"We were very fortunate to find Cottonwood Village for my mom. It starts with an awesome staff ! Tracie and Avalon were very helpful and made it very easy in getting us set up with a room. Shannon the wellness director does an excellent job overseein..."
$3,295
22 South 7th St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
4.7
(12 reviews)
"My Mother has Parkinson's, is on hospice, and has lived at Carefree for over a year. Her financial situation requires that she share a room with another resident. The rooms are very nice and clean. There is a wonderful walk-out atrium with greener..."
$3,735
CARING STARS WINNER
3940 E. Cassie Lane, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
4.2
(19 reviews)
"My sister had an illness and stroke. She needed to heal and we found great support and encouragement from the staff of Country Care. Not only did they help her with recovery, they also celebrated her progress. We made friends there and are extremely ..."
$3,790
1632 E. Coconino St., Cottonwood, AZ 86326
4.0
(6 reviews)
"Elysia and the rest of the staff here were absolutely wonderful with my father for the few months that he was there all the way through his passing! They're super caring observant and mindful of all of their patients and treat them like family and wh..."
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1420 Bates Road, Cottonwood, AZ 86326
4.3
(3 reviews)
"This is a small assisted living in a home that has been converted to a residential center. It is located in a greenbelt outside of rural Cottonwood Arizona, As an Occupational Therapist with many years of experience in serving elders, what I apprecia..."
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195 South Willard St., Cottonwood, AZ 86326
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My aunt has been in the facility. We toured the facility virtually, but we also took her there. Our experience has been very good. It was a very good tour, and they were very helpful. It has been nothing but good. We called her one day last week and ..."
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211 Bradshaw Drive, Prescott, AZ 86303
4.5
(34 reviews)
"My mother has been in Evergreen Village for 10 years, and it is the best place for her. Last week she celebrated her 110th birthday there, and the staff was so helpful with the party that filled the rec. room. They were so generous with their time ..."
$3,800
7509 East Long Look Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
4.3
(8 reviews)
"Glassford Place was a smaller facility. It might be an opportunity for more one-on one and a little more personalized care because it was a smaller family. I met with both the director and one of the nurses there, and they were all very helpful and n..."
$4,250
1949 Boardwalk Ave, Prescott, AZ 86301
3.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother has been at this facility for 4 yrs. She a tiny frail little lady. They have taken such good care of her. Always very gentle and loving with her. She is always clean no matter the time of day I show up. The small facility allows for more e..."
$6,300
110 Indian Cliffs Road, Sedona, AZ 86336
5.0
(1 reviews)
"A wonderful day program filled with many activities, events, music and much more. My mother is happy here and this has become a major part of her life since she has Alzheimer's Disease. ..."
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7766 East Welsh Mountain Drive, Prescott Valley, AZ 86315
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We found The Meadows of Prescott Valley for my wife. It's only 25 minutes from where I live. We were there for three to four hours. It's a home totally modified to accommodate people who need help. They even have a cabinet in there to heat up towels...."
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5336 NORTH LONG RIFLE ROAD, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
5.0
(5 reviews)
"Shiloh is a wonderful home that offers top notch care to the residents. Mom had a difficult time making the transition from her home to a facility and everyone worked with her to make this transition go as smoothly as possible. It helps that Shiloh i..."
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7859 E Las Flores Avenue, Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Arizona Angels is excellent. Everything is nice. It's better than I could have ever wished for when I started looking for a home for my mother. The staff is very caring. They're wonderful people. The living quarters are all good. They mop and clean t..."
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5660 N Bentley Ct, , Prescott Valley, AZ 86314
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Lighthouse Adult Care Home was nice, and it was expensive. My mother had excellent care there. The food was good. It's excellent care. It's a lovely place. The rooms were wonderful. It was a very nice homey situation. The atmosphere was wonderful. My..."
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1045 Chuck Wagon Lane, Chino Valley, AZ 86323
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My stepdad moved into Danina's Care Home LLC and it's been wonderful. It's very much like living in your own home. It's very comfortable. They make their own food, so he's eating well. They take wonderful care of him. They are very attentive to his n..."
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1575 W Slick Horn Alley, Paulden, AZ 86334
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother was here for five weeks at the end of her life. She was cared for in a loving, attentive, and professional way. This is a truly special place. The home itself is a beautiful oasis surrounded by quiet, open ranch land. The staff create a cal..."
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878 Sunset Avenue, Prescott, AZ 86305
4.8
(6 reviews)
"My mother is living at Margaret T Morris Center, and we're very happy with it so far. The staff has been wonderful and the facility looks very clean. They've been great. They have activities like exercise, and in the summer they'll take them outside...."
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2955 PLEASANT VALLEY DR, Prescott, AZ 86305
4.7
(7 reviews)
"There are no words to express how grateful we are to Yvonne and Mark, Kay and the entire staff. They provide exceptional care and are truly servants of Gods work here on Earth. We live out of state and they have cared for my mother “outlaw” for sev..."
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3363 WEST MIDDLE VERDE ROAD, Camp Verde, AZ 86322
4.6
(3 reviews)
"The care that is provided is EXCELLENT. Everything about the premise bright and uplifting. You can tell that everyone is happy and well provided for. Rosie is a wonderful care provider and is always interacting with everyone. You can tell she is in t..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
3850 North US Highway 89, Prescott, AZ 86301
4.5
(43 reviews)
"We chose Granite Gate Senior Living for my sister. We're happy with it, but it's expensive. I heard good reviews about it and I knew of their memory care through a friend of a friend who placed somebody there. My sister's got a very nice apartment. I..."
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Assisted Living
Brian
5.0
Review of Cottonwood Village
We were very fortunate to find Cottonwood Village for my mom. It starts with an awesome staff ! Tracie and Avalon were very helpful and made it very easy in getting us set up with a room. Shannon...
Provider response
You are family!!! Thank you for taking the time to share such wonderful sentiments about the team!
Assisted Living
James
4.0
Review of Cottonwood Village
My dad moved into Cottonwood Village. He's from the area, so it was an easy transition being in town. And they have basically tiered care. So, as he progresses, he can potentially move into memory...
Provider response
Thank you again for taking the time to let us know how we did. We hope you have a great day! We're glad to hear we delivered such a great experience. If there's anything further we can do for you...
Assisted Living
Vegaslynn
5.0
Review of Best of Europe - Adult Care Home
Elysia and the rest of the staff here were absolutely wonderful with my father for the few months that he was there all the way through his passing! They're super caring observant and mindful of...
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey puts monthly assisted living costs in Cottonwood at around $6,450. Not only does this outpace the state median by almost $1,000, but it also tracks hundreds of dollars over costs in neighboring cities. For example, seniors in Phoenix pay about $5,500, while facilities in Lake Havasu City charge roughly $4,925. Additionally, rates in Tucson hover near $4,575.
Cottonwood
$6,450
Arizona
$5,500
The United States
$5,350
Lake Havasu City
$4,925
Phoenix
$5,500
Tucson
$4,575
Sierra Vista
$5,600
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Arizona page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page.
In general, Cottonwood seniors pay around $6,450 for assisted living. This trends about $200 below the cost of nursing home care with semi-private rooms, indicating that those without complex medical needs spend thousands of dollars less annually than those who need skilled services.
Assisted Living Facility
$6,450
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$6,661
Note: Since data for Cottonwood is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Prescott, instead.
Free and low-cost resources are available for seniors living in Cottonwood. This includes agencies and nonprofit organizations that provide help with health benefits, transportation and nutritional services, as well as recreational and wellness programs.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Verde Valley Senior Center | (928) 634-5450 | The Verde Valley Senior Center provides services such as congregate meals and Meals on Wheels delivery for seniors in Cottonwood and its surrounding areas. Other services that seniors can access here include veteran counseling, grief counseling, blood pressure checks, AARP driver's education and courses on topics including healthy living and emergency preparedness. |
| Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition Transportation | (928) 204-1238 | The Verde Valley Caregivers Coalition provides free transportation for seniors in need. Service is available for shopping, medical appointments and other errands, as well as social visits. Volunteers provide all transportation. |
| Northern Arizona Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging | (877) 521-3500 | The Area Agency on Aging offers an array of supports and services for seniors and caregivers. That includes Medicare and Medicaid benefits counseling, case management, caregiver training and elder care referrals. This agency also provides referral services for seniors in need of nutrition assistance, housekeeping or legal help. |
| Veterans Services | (928) 649-1532 | Seniors eligible for benefits and assistance from Veterans Affairs can apply for supports at the Veterans Services office in Cottonwood. Programs offered by VA include housing and long-term care financial supports, healthcare assistance and counseling services. |
Cottonwood-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Michigan are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more information about these laws.
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