Scottsdale, Arizona is a popular retirement destination for seniors. With those aged 65 and over representing approximately 24.4% of the city’s overall population of slightly over 241,000 citizens, older adults will have plenty of peers. Recently ranked as one of the top three cities for retiring seniors, Scottsdale offers a good quality of life, mild weather during much of the year, good air quality and lots of activities for older adults. Scottsdale is also home to many assisted living communities that provide supportive services for older adults.
Assisted living communities are good options for those who shouldn’t live alone but don’t need 24-hour clinical care provided by nursing homes. Typical services provided include housekeeping, meal preparation, laundry, basic personal care and household maintenance. Many assisted living communities offer resort-like amenities such as on-site spas, salons, putting greens, theaters, fine dining options and pools. The average cost of an assisted living facility in Scottsdale is $3,975 per month.
This guide explores assisted living in Scottsdale and includes cost comparisons with other Arizona cities and other types of care. Also included is a brief list of resources designed to promote a good quality of life among older persons.
14500 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
4.1
(38 reviews)
"Atria Park of Sierra Pointe was a nice place. It's nicely kept. I liked the place. One of the issues I have, my wife is agoraphobic, so she may not do well in a larger community. The staff was straightforward. She thought that given my wife's cond..."
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7370 East Gold Dust Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258
4.5
(27 reviews)
"My mother was a resident of Sunrise of Scottsdale. The facility was beautiful. It was like a hotel, almost. They had a big dining room, a big living area, and a TV area. They have an activity room where they do all kinds of activities, crafts, and..."
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15436 North 64th St., Scottsdale, AZ, 85254
4.6
(26 reviews)
"We went to Brookdale North Scottsdale. Kimberly, the sales and marketing lady, did a fantastic job. I feel like she is a friend. She was so nice. She was awesome. She was great. She made you feel so welcome. There were a lot of people coming to sa..."
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13850 N Frank Lloyd Wright Blv, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
4.6
(15 reviews)
"Everyone I met at Belmont Village Scottsdale was very pleasant, seemed knowledgeable, and very cordial. They greeted everybody. The rooms that I saw were very small, but it had a courtyard view from the inside. They gave us a sandwich and some foo..."
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8300 East McDowell Road, Scottsdale, AZ, 85257
4.4
(17 reviews)
"My mother has been in McDowell Village for three weeks now. It is a nice place, and she likes it. It is next to senior center. The staff is nice and like her. She has the biggest place there with two bedrooms, two baths, and a washer and dryer. Th..."
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23005 North 74th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255
4.8
(12 reviews)
"I was surprised that the place I wasn't impressed with the most is the Vi at Silverstone. The place is a beautiful facility, but it is just very sterile. There weren't a lot of people out, and it was very quiet. It was almost like a hospital at a ..."
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3327 N. Civic Center Plaza, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251
4.5
(13 reviews)
"I visited the facility a few weeks back for my mom. Sandy and the staff very knowledgeable in what the facility offers. When mom is ready, I'll bring mom back. "
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7501 East Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale, AZ, 85255
4.2
(15 reviews)
"My mother is currently in the Vi at Grayhawk. The overall experience has been fine. Everything has been very, very good, especially with COVID; they have gone above and beyond to keep everybody safe. They're very diligent, very good, and I have no..."
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4526 North 82nd Street, Scottsdale, AZ, 85251
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother is in Tranquility Assisted Living. It is brand new. There aren't many amenities because it's a group home. They have three meals a day. The help is incredibly knowledgeable, helpful, and attentive. They dote over the people, and I love i..."
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5545 E Yucca St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mom was in two large facilities before Oakmont. Both were bad choices. Finally, at Oakmont she was given the care I wanted for her. She had a lot if attention and I was eased with her care. It was the closest to being in a home because of the s..."
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7125 E Paradise Dr, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254
4.8
(4 reviews)
"My tour of the Manor on Paradise was excellent. Diane is the owner and she's a nurse, she's excellent. It's a beautiful older home from the 50s' but they've remodeled it and updated it to accommodate 10 bedrooms. My overall excellent of them was e..."
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11415 N 114th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85259
5.0
(1 reviews)
"It was very, very caring and very gracious. The couple of different people we talked to seemed very knowledgeable. The rooms seemed very adequate. Right now, they're being revamped with new paint, new carpeting, and stuff. The grounds seemed v..."
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8411 East Via del Jardin, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose Liann's Homes - La Jardin for my mom. It is perfect for her, she is doing well there and she's happy. They seem to enjoy their company as well, which is nice. It's a good environment for her. Her room is very nice. They fixed it up very n..."
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16212 N 55th Pl, Scottsdale, AZ, 85054
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I am SO happy that I found this place for my mom. My mom is so happy here. Her room is great. In fact the whole place is nice, and they're doing everything for her. I recommend this place to anybody in Scottsdale area."
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29192 N 76th St, Scottsdale, AZ, 85266
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My husband has been in Lovin Manor for a month now. The experience so far has been alright, he's well looked after and taken care of. His room is nice, light, bright, airy, and a nice size. It's an older home but they keep it very clean and they h..."
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7373 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
5.0
(1 reviews)
"ACOYA Shea, a part of the Cadence Living® Family of Modern Aging Communities. *OPENING Scheduled for Fall 2023 - Now accepting refundable..."
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9742 E Gelding Dr, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
5.0
(1 reviews)
"What stands out about this facility is the medical knowledge and professionalism of the owner and staff. Very well run by an experienced registered nurse. Staff is very kind and attentive to their residents. "
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8608 East Roanoke Ave., Scottsdale, AZ, 85257
4.3
(3 reviews)
"Facility and rooms are very nice and clean. Staff is friendly and very helpful. My mom has only been there a month and I am very pleased with everything provided."
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9160 E Desert Cove Ave, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
3.8
(8 reviews)
"The Ranch Estates at Scottsdale is very welcoming and very efficient. They had availability when we needed it for my mom-in-law so we moved her in. We liked that their location was closer to where her daughter lives and where some of her doctors a..."
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8170 N 90th Street, Scottsdale, AZ, 85258
4.0
(3 reviews)
"When I first moved in, the dining was very poor. The team has worked very hard to correct these issues. I am so thankful to all of the staff that have made this a wonderful home. My apartment is wonderful and I love activities."
READ MOREAssisted living and other long-term care facilities in Arizona are overseen by the Arizona Bureau of Residential Facilities Licensing. This agency maintains a searchable database of facilities in Arizona that lists their deficiencies and violations actions. There is also an online complaint form for suspected violations of these facilities.
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Scottsdale is $3,975. However, the costs of individual facilities vary depending on location and the services and amenities they offer.
The average costs of assisted living throughout Arizona range from a low of $3,800 in Yuma the southwestern part of the state to a high of $5,000 per month in the Northern Arizona community of Flagstaff. Those in Arizona’s southeastern corner in Sierra Vista pay an average of $4,150 per month, while their counterparts in the center of the state in Prescott pay $4,500. Residents of assisted living facilities in Arizona’s second-largest city, Tucson, pay an average of $4,050 per month.
Scottsdale
$3,975
Minnesota
$4,000
United States
$4,500
Yuma
$3,800
Flagstaff
$5,000
Sierra Vista
$4,150
Prescott
$4,500
Tucson
$4,050
Scottsdale seniors pay an average of $5,958 per month for in-home care and home health care, which provide similar services to assisted living facilities. Adult day health care is the least expensive option at $2,167, but it may not be appropriate for those who shouldn’t be left alone during the evening. Nursing home care is the most expensive care option at $6,418 per month in Scottsdale for a semiprivate room.
In-Home Care
$5,958
Home Health Aide
$5,958
Adult Day Health Care
$2,167
Assisted Living Facility
$3,975
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$6,418
Note: Care cost data for Scottsdale was not available, so data for the closest city, Phoenix, was used instead.
Seniors who qualify for long-term care can receive financial help for assisted living through the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS). The Arizona Long-Term Care System (ALTCS) assigns a case manager to help coordinate plans. Financial assistance may be offered through a health plan similar to an HMO or through a Medicaid demonstration waiver. Residents may be required to pay the room and board expenses out of pocket.
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.
Seniors in Scottsdale have numerous resources for information on community-based programs and services designed for older adults. The following resources can be used to access recreation and social opportunities, complain about an assisted living facility or find assistance with applying for public benefits.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Scottsdale Senior Services | (480) 312-1700 | Scottsdale seniors can access a wide variety of activities and services at Scottsdale Senior Services. The organization administers two senior centers, the Via Linda Senior Center and the Granite Reef Senior Center, within the Scottsdale city limits. Both senior centers are equipped with state-of-the-art fitness centers where seniors can use stationary bikes, cardio equipment, treadmills, free weights and elliptical machines. Seniors can explore their creative sides by taking classes, workshops and art education seminars. Both of Scottsdale's senior centers have tournament quality billiards tables as well as a countless array of board games, badminton and Wii Games. |
| Area Agency on Aging, Region One | (602) 264-2255 | Area Agency on Aging Region One serves those over the age of 60 in the Phoenix Metro Area, which includes Scottsdale. Seniors, their families and caregivers can obtain a variety of direct and indirect services through this agency. Direct services include case management, balance workshops designed to minimize slip-and-fall events, diabetes management workshops and Medicare/Medicaid counseling. Indirect services include referrals to local, state and federal resources for older persons and assistance filling out forms and navigating the application process for public benefits. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman | (602) 264-2255 | The Long-Term Care Ombudsman's office is designed to address concerns among residents of long-term care facilities, including assisted living communities, and their loved ones. Trained staff and volunteers investigate complaints of include abuse, neglect and exploitation of those in these facilities and work to resolve them. All services provided by this program are free of charge and completely confidential. |
Scottsdale Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Arizona are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Arizona page for more information about these laws.
